After Chris Weidman’s tough loss at UFC 310, many fans suggested he should consider retiring. Weidman started strong in the first round against Eryk Anders, but in the second, he seemed to tire. Anders took control with his wrestling and delivered powerful ground-and-pound. With just 10 seconds left in Round 2, the referee stopped the fight to prevent more damage. While Weidman disagreed with the stoppage, many fans on social media felt it was time for him to retire after this tough defeat.
Eryk Anders stops Chris Weidman in round 2 👊#UFC310 | LIVE NOW | ESPN+ 🍿 https://t.co/XX1YuUOYuv pic.twitter.com/Sy03VsMAYR
— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) December 8, 2024
Fans and Experts Suggest Chris Weidman Should Retire After UFC 310 Loss
Here’s How UFC Fans Reacted to Weidman’s Defeat at UFC 310:
Chris Weidman, we love you, but it is time #UFC310 pic.twitter.com/mEWz1T0VAi
— ACD MMA (@acdmma_) December 8, 2024
Chris Weidman career has been a good one and I’ve enjoyed watching it, it’s only undone by poor decisions at pivotal moments.
Spinning back kick with Rockhold after winnings early rounds.
Pulling guard for guillotine against Anders after winnings early rounds round 1 on top…
— Damien Brown (@beatdown155) December 8, 2024
Eryk Anders is out grappling Chris Weidman. Props to him, showing evolution but, I think it’s time for Chris to retire. One of the better MWs of all time but, the damage isn’t worth it.
— Bob (@bobbysknuckles) December 8, 2024
Chris Weidman getting dominated by Eryk Anders is wild #UFC310
— Ben Davis (@BenTheBaneDavis) December 8, 2024
Yea, Chris Weidman needs to retire
— Siciliano (@MikeSiciliano7) December 8, 2024
Weidman should hang it up tbh. No shame in it, he’s had a long career
— 🦋 L o u (@koroshiya616) December 8, 2024
Weidman should hang it up tbh. No shame in it, he’s had a long career
— 🦋 L o u (@koroshiya616) December 8, 2024
Fans have been urging Chris Weidman to consider retiring after his recent losses. Following a setback against Brad Tavares at UFC 292, which caused another leg injury, Dana White suggested it might be time for Weidman to step away from the sport.
UFC 310 marked another tough loss for Weidman, especially after his earlier win against Bruno Silva at UFC Atlantic City, which was his first victory in four years. This win came after a long recovery from a serious leg injury suffered during his fight with Uriah Hall at UFC 261.
Weidman had to undergo another surgery to repair his leg, further delaying his return to the Octagon.
Chris Weidman’s future in the UFC is uncertain after his knockout loss at UFC 310. After returning to the Octagon at UFC 292 and losing to Brad Tavares, Weidman hasn’t shown the same strength he had in his prime.
Weidman’s big wins against fighters like Anderson Silva, Lyoto Machida, and Vitor Belfort helped him make a name in the sport. His victory over Silva at UFC 162 was one of the biggest upsets in MMA history.
Though many fans are suggesting he retire, Weidman hasn’t made any decisions yet. He didn’t signal retirement after the fight, leaving open the possibility of fighting again.
